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By Judah EsparzaBusiness Management Major, Colangelo College of Business

As more of our world begins to heavily focus and rely on digital data, the need for analysts who can understand and translate this data is increasing as well. Business analytics is creating value for companies while also creating jobs in the industry! The industry is ever-changing and fast-paced, and business analysts are needed in companies across the country. As the market continues to produce more data, companies have a higher need for designated employees who are trained and knowledgeable, with the ability to analyze data in order to benefit the company.

Do you have an interest in business and statistics? The Bachelor of Science in Applied Business Analytics might be the right fit for you! This program is a great opportunity for students who are passionate about business, but are looking to gain insight into the analytical side of the industry. You may even grow a new interest or find a new passion within this program!

By Judah EsparzaBusiness Management Major, Colangelo College of Business

The world of business has always been, and will continue to be, one of the most prominent career industries in the world. Companies are craving feedback and reviews of their performance and employees so that they can continue to improve their services and products. This is where business analytics comes into play.

By Judah EsparzaBusiness Management Major, Colangelo College of Business

As the world continues to advance in technology more each day, so does the need for qualified professionals to manage business information systems. Business information systems is the study and practice of how information and communication technologies can be utilized in all different types of companies, within different industries, to improve business processes. Through the Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems, Grand Canyon University’s Colangelo College of Business prepares students to work and excel within this field! Here is what the academic degree entails as well as the career opportunities that exist after graduation:

By Judah EsparzaBusiness Management Major, Colangelo College of Business

Are you looking for ways to advance your career in business analytics? Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Business Analytics is a program that can help you accomplish this goal! This degree helps you gain the skills necessary to advance your career within the business industry, as well as make a significant, positive impact in your company or corporation. Learn about how this degree is constructed to help you advance your business analytics career, as well as the specific career outcomes that are available to graduates:

By David Perkins, DBAAssociate Professor, Colangelo College of Business

When client/server technology found its way into the mainstream in the 1990’s, organizations began to amass large amounts of data with relative ease compared to prior decades. Computer memory was still fairly expensive at that time; however, there is no question that client/server technology connected organizations internally in ways that were unimaginable even a decade before.

The late 1990’s brought the Internet into the mainstream, and that resulted in a game changer – organizations were now connected to the world! An organization’s ability to gather additional data both internally and externally germane to its operation became even more streamlined.

Do you have a passion for business and leadership? Consider Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Applied Management. This transfer-friendly program is offered online and on campus, and is ideal for students with an associate degree or at least 12 college credits. Here are three reasons to earn this degree:

When it comes to choosing a bachelor’s degree in analytics, you may find yourself asking: What is the difference between an applied business analytics degree and a big data analytics degree? Which degree program is right for me? Below, we compare the two programs to help you explore the fields and decide which area may be right for you.

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